The BBC has not yet confirmed who is replacing Ken Bruce on BBC Radio 2 however the station often promotes presenters from within its existing radio roster so the likes of Scott Mills, Zoe Ball, Trevor Nelson, Rylan Clark, Claudia Winkleman, Dermot O'Leary or Jo Whiley could be considered for Bruce's slot. Thank you for the countless joys of your wonderful show, and long may they continue in your new home. Bruce will present his final 9.30am to midday show on March 3. He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. Thank you for everything youve done and the smiles you gave Whiters and I on Countdown so many times Onto your next huge chapter.". In April, the Radio DJ will be moving to Bauers Greatest Hits Radio to present a new mid-morning show from 10am to 1pm. Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. Bruce joined the BBC in 1977, and spent a year presenting the Radio 2 Breakfast Show before starting in the mid-morning slot in 1986. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. Enter Ken's fiendish music quiz on air or play along at home with the official scorecard. The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3. According to the Greatest Hits website, the station can be found on FM and DAB. "I would stress that this is entirely my decision. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break.. Lets enjoy the week ahead!". Lets enjoy the week ahead!. Well done, love.". The radio personality has not mentioned any details about his exit or leave from the show. In a Twitter statement shared . And despite a big coverage announcement today, BBC Radio 2 tells us their commentator will be announced 'in due course'. 02/11/14 - 13:43 #9. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success.. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Scott started his career at the age of 16 and joined BBC Radio One in 1998. Ken Bruce to leave BBC Radio 2 Ken Bruce has today announced that he has decided to leave BBC Radio 2 in March after 31 years of presenting the 9.30am - midday weekday show.. He went on to explain. SouthCity Posts: 10,482. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Vernon is the new host of the mid-morning show on BBC Radio 2, and will launch his new show in May. Ken's departure was announced on his radio show in January as the BBC later tweeted: "We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. The broadcaster started working at the corporation in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland presenter. After brief forays into late nights and early mornings, he returned to mid mornings at the start of 1992, where he has remained ever since. Thanks for always being so lovely. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. BBC) Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 at the end of this week ( Image: BBC/Ray Burmiston) Speaking with Zoe on Radio 2 this morning, Vernon gushed how excited he was to be joining the. 2023 BBC. Radio 2 recognise Ken is now a Greatest Hits brand and every extra moment hes in a BBC studio is free advertising for his new gig., He added: Its an unworkable position for Radio 2. On January 17, 2023 Ken Bruce shocked his adoring Radio 2 audience when he announced her had quit his mid-morning show. Since the announcement, Bruces listeners have been expressing their concern over the future of PopMaster, the daily music quiz that tests two fans music knowledge. In a subsequent statement issued by Greatest Hits Radio, Bruce said Popmaster would feature in his new programme, which will begin on 3 April and will be on air from 10:00-13:00. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric', The people who want you to believe the Ukraine war is fake, What we've learned from Alex Murdaugh murder trial. Ben Cooper, chief content and music officer at Bauer Audio UK, said: Ken Bruce is a broadcasting legend, with the biggest radio show in the UK, so as well as today being an exciting announcement for Greatest Hits Radio and its growing audience, it is a hugely significant moment for the industry. Kens show is famous for PopMaster, a quiz which has run for 25 years, Tracks of My Years, where a famous person chooses their favourite records and more recently, The Piano Room, featuring live music from a range of great artists.. Ken chats to very special guests about their lives and favourite music. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues.. Bruce earned between 385,000-389,999 in 2021-22, according to the last BBC annual report. The broadcaster, 71, confirmed on Tuesday (January 17) that he would be leaving the station in March to join Greatest Hits Radio. Ken has been treated appallingly after his many years of service, one insider said. Lets enjoy the week ahead! Ken Bruce said: "What better way to celebrate my forty-five years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest . Scott Mills, who replaced Steve Wright in the Radio 2 afternoon slot, is also among the frontunners, while Rylan Clark is seen as a candidate if the station seeks to appeal to a younger audience. John Motson, legendary BBC football commentator, dies aged 77, BBC India offices raided by tax officials in New Delhi and Mumbai, BBC chairman Richard Sharp retains support of Rishi Sunak despite Boris Johnson loan row, "I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and I'd like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success. Ken Bruce is taking his millions of fans elsewhere to enjoy his music selections, humour and quizzes. The presenter, 72, has admitted that he was "a little surprised and disappointed" following the broadcaster's decision to cut his contract short. Bruce will be temporarily replaced by Gary Davies on BBC Radio 2 until Vernon Kay steps into the 9.30am slot in May. "I'm looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. BBC Radio 2 has seen a series of stars leaving the radio channel in the last two years including Paul O'Grady, Steve Wright, Craig Charles, Simon Mayo and Vanessa Feltz. The broadcasters new Greatest Hits Radio show is due to begin on April 3, and will air between 10:00am-13:00pm GMT. The news comes after theScottish broadcasting veteran Bruce confirmed that he would be stepping down from his mid-morning show for31 years. Greatest Hits Radio tweeted: Weve been keeping a big secret We are delighted to announce that legendary broadcaster @RealKenBruce will be joining the Greatest Hits Radio family in April.. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. The station already features in its presenting ranks the likes of Simon Mayo (who left Radio 2 in 2018), Martin Kemp, Jackie Brambles and Pat Sharp. "What a fantastic start to a great year of increased ambition and innovation for Bauer Media Audio. Early life and career [ edit] Read Ken's book, he says he much prefers doing morning radio. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. ", "However I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. Radio 2 tried him late evenings back in the 90's and he hated it. ", Ken Bruce to leave BBC Radio 2 after 31 years on mid-morning show. Speaking with Zoe on Radio 2 this morning, Vernon gushed how excited he was to be joining the station and paid tribute to Ken ahead of the replacing the broadcasting legend. He has fronted his mid-morning show since 1992 where its most recent weekly reach totalled 8.56m people. BBC Radio 2 tweeted: We have some news After 31 years of presenting the 9.30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. Kate Bottley, Ken Bruce, Rylan, Fearne Cotton, Sara Cox, Jamie Cullum, Gary Davies, Paul Gambaccini, Angela Griffin, Bob Harris, Cerys Matthews, Scott Mills, Jason Mohammad, Trevor Nelson, Dermot OLeary, Elaine Paige, Mark Radcliffe, DJ Spoony, Liza Tarbuck, Jeremy Vine, Michelle Visage, Johnnie Walker, Jo Whiley, Claudia Winkleman and Steve Wright. One of the station's longest-serving hosts, he joined the BBC in 1977 and took his first regular Radio 2 slot in 1984. 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Entertainment & arts reporter BBC Radio 2's Ken Bruce has announced on air that he is leaving the station after 31 years hosting its weekday mid-morning show. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Speaking on Friday,Bruce revealed thathe had intended to fulfil his contract at Radio 2 which was due to run out at the end of March. Upcoming episodes of Ken Bruce. With Radio 2 inserting an additional three weeks, it does give the chance for some listeners to calm a little while Gary Davies takes over., A Radio 2 spokesperson told The Independent: Ken decided to leave Radio 2 and its always been known hes leaving in March. The 71-year-old broadcaster will leave once his contract ends in March, saying, "It possibly is time to . "My mums like, Norman, give over. The programme runs from 9.30am until 12pm every weekday morning. The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. For those without a radio, the station can be accessed via their website or on the free app for iPhone or Android. I would stress that this is entirely my decision but some new opportunities have come up and I would like to continue my career in a slightly different way in the next few years, the details of which will be revealed shortly. Bruce, 72, announced that he will leave BBC Radio 2 when his current contract comes to an end in March. Nigel Harman chooses his final Tracks of My Years . After a career spanning three decades at the broadcaster, he is leaving for pastures new in March. Comedian Marcus Brigstocke posted: "Well miss you Ken! The broadcaster, 71, confirmed on Tuesday (January 17) that he would be. The networks presenters include Michael Ball, Zoe Ball, Rob Beckett, Tony Blackburn, OJ Borg, Rev. Ken has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. BBC Radio 2's Ken Bruce has announced on air that he is leaving the station after 31 years hosting its weekday mid-morning show. From PopMaster to Eurovision, here's why millions of people tune in to our Ken. Im a little surprised and disappointed.. Matt Deegan, creative director of Folder Media, said: If Ken finished at Radio 2 on Friday and then started at Greatest Hits on Monday, it makes it very easy for listeners to switch across. But he has . Bruce said: I feel that after 45 years of full-time broadcasting on BBC Radio its time for a change. Leave him alone. Boom Radio, a new station aimed at Radio 2s baby-boomer audience, staffed by veteran DJs such as David Hamilton, already claims 336,000 listeners. He said: "One of the best things that has happened in the past few days is every single person on Radio 2 has messaged me and sent me an amazing either a voicemail, email, a Whatsapp just saying how overjoyed that Im joining the family Im getting quite emotional.". Bruce started at the BBC in his early 30s and has said that he would "always be proud" of his association with the BBC and Radio 2, but that he wanted to continue his career "in a slightly. Ken has been missing from the airwaves this week on Radio 2. Ken Bruce has today announced that he has decided to leave BBC Radio 2 in March after 31 years of presenting the 9.30am midday weekday show. It's been a tremendously happy time for me: I've made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues. He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. He's an absolute legend of broadcaster. ", The star continued to say: "I'm obviously over the moon but it's the Ken Bruce show. . Ken Bruce has confirmed his departure date from BBC Radio 2. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Dermot OLeary,Zoe BallandSara Coxare also rumoured to be in the running to take over when Bruce departs. After 31 years of presenting the 9:30am-midday weekday show Ken Bruce has decided to leave. His departure comes after Steve Wright left after 23 years as afternoon host. January 17, 2023, 12:15 pm. Sie knnen Ihre Einstellungen jederzeit ndern. Celeb obsessed? RADIO 2 presenter Ken Bruce has pocketed a BBC pay increase of nearly 40 per cent amid claims that he was one of the corporation's star names who had faced investigation by the taxman.. Bruce . The 71-year-old said he will be leaving the show next Friday rather than at the end of March as intended. BBC broadcasting legend Ken Bruce is leaving Radio 2 after 31 years presenting his weekday mid-morning show. The BBC is yet to announce who will replace Bruce in mid mornings, but if previous examples are anything to go by his successor is likely to come from its existing crop of presenters. I say brand-new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s. The new Radio 2 DJ addressed the big shoes he has to fill when he takes over from Ken later this year, and admitted he was hesitant to take over the slot from such 'a legend' - amid major backlash from listeners upset at the latest schedule shake-up. Bruce has hosted Radio 2s mid-morning show since 1992, following a stint in the same slot from 1986 to 1990. Bruce said that after 45 years on the BBC it was time for a change, explaining: Nothing stays the same forever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Fans of Wright say his successor, Scott Mills, is playing fewer hits from the 60s and 70s, in favour of more recent dance music. All available episodes Owain Wyn Evans, who is taking over as the station's early breakfast host, described him as "a legend". Im looking forward to getting started and to you joining me for my very first show. "My dad is a lorry driver and I said this when I joined Radio 2 and started standing in for Steve Wright, so weve always had Radio 2 on in the background. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. See you in April!. Do you have a story to sell? He has also presented Radio 2's coverage of Eurovision since 1988. Its been a tremendously happy time for me: Ive made many friends and worked with many wonderful colleagues., Lorna Clarke, director of BBC Music, said: Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? It is part of us, it is in our DNA. Read about our approach to external linking. Greatest Hits Radio tweeted:. . Ken has also presented Radio 2s coverage of Eurovision since 1988, and has been a regular presenter of Sunday Night is Music Night. The broadcaster, 71, said "it's time for a change", announcing the news on Tuesday's show. Gary Davies, who currently hosts the stations Sounds of the 80s show and often deputises for Bruce on his show, is thought to be the favourite to take the slot permanently. The star explained it was the right time to move on and has made "many friends and. "I am absolutely over the moon, I really am.". Are you sure you want to delete this comment? Greatest Hits Radio (@greatesthitsuk) January 17, 2023. Today 09:30. I had intended fulfilling my contract until the end of March but the BBC has decided it wants me to leave earlier. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Ken Bruce will join Greatest Hits Radio in April after leaving his mid-morning weekday slot on BBC Radio 2 after 31 years in March, it has been announced. Vernon's chat on the airwaves comes as his predecessor Ken says he's been forced to leave the station early, explaining last week will air this Friday, rather than the end of March. Why is Scott Mills on Radio 2 today? We wish Ken all the best for the future.. The BBC has been contacted for further comment. @RealKenBruce pic.twitter.com/uPMdMSGd5D, Rylan Clark, who hosts a Radio 2 show on Saturdays, wrote on Twitter: "Going to be so missed on air, but personally I'll miss having a beer in a foreign country discussing anything and everything whilst at Eurovision. To celebrate All Day PopMaster try our tricky quiz. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. And this Spring, Radio 2 presents a stellar range of brilliant live music (including a Country extravaganza), world exclusive interviews and exciting new programming. Ken Bruce. I say [the show is] brand-new but there will still be PopMaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s, he said in a statement about his new role. Returning to Wogan House for a week after a month of broadcasting the Piano Room sessions at Maida Vale provided a natural break. Ken is nowhere to be found. Bruce is one of Radio 2s longest-serving DJs, having joined the BBC in 1977 before picking up a regular slot in 1984 (via BBC News). Ken Bruce announced his exit from the station in January saying he's off . Trevor Nelson, Rylan Clark, Claudia Winkleman, Dermot O'Leary and Jo Whiley are among the names who could be considered for Bruce's slot. The broadcaster will then present his first show on Greatest Hits Radio on Monday 3 April. He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. I will be presenting my last show on Radio 2 next Friday. BBC Radio 2 - Ken Bruce The best in music every weekday with Ken Bruce, with live sessions. He will join Greatest Hits Radio in April. Available now Nigel Harman chooses his Tracks of My Years 2:30:00 All available episodes (21. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Ken's show is famous for PopMaster, a quiz which has run for 25 years, Tracks of My Years, where a famous person chooses their favourite records and more recently, The Piano Room, featuring live music from a range of great artists. Bruce has been a fixture on Radio 2 since the mid-1980s, Bruce said his new show would include "Popmaster, me and my musings and all the great records you know and love from the 70s, 80s and 90s". His slot is the most listened-to show on British radio, and he will now join rival station Greatest Hits Radio. The BBC confirmed that Ken Bruce would be replaced by Vernon Kay with the new host taking over in May. Ken Bruce was axed early by Radio 2 after the BBC got 'frustrated' at the station that . Ken had taken over the Radio 2 breakfast show in January 1985 so this is from the start of his sixth week. The segment was introduced to Bruces programme in 1998 and usually airs at around 10.30am each day. Bruce said: What better way to celebrate my 45 years in radio than with a new adventure and a brand-new show on Greatest Hits Radio. His first regular slot on Radio 2 was the Saturday Late Show in 1984, and the following year he fronted the Radio 2 Breakfast Show, taking over from Terry Wogan. "I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2," he said, adding he'd had "a tremendously happy time" but it was "time for a change". Ken Bruce is the last link with the old style Radio 2, being around since 1983, and his presentation style is so much better than Zoe Ball's, who seems to spend most of her time harking back to the nineties and what reality show she was watching the previous night. You can access the specific regional frequencies for the show on Planet Radio. I will always be very proud of my association with the BBC and Radio 2 in particular and Id like to thank everyone who has helped to make the mid-morning show a success., Lorna Clarke, Director, BBC Music, says: Ken is an extraordinary broadcaster with an exceptional career over many decades. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Congratulations on a brilliant career.". She added: "He has been part of every significant occasion marked by BBC Radio 2 and we, his faithful audience and the Radio 2 all-star line-up will miss his warm humour and wit. The move was announced on BBC Radio 2 at 2pm on Friday (24th February) after being leaked by The Sun on Thursday evening. Any commercial network would have let him go immediately after announcing his intended departure. Bruce told listeners: "I'll reach the end of my current contract in March, and so at that point I will be moving on from Radio 2. Ken joined the BBC in 1977 as a BBC Radio Scotland staff presenter. He added that BBC had decided it wants me to leave earlier. Ken says: Nothing stays the same forever and I have decided the time is right for me to move on from Radio 2 when I reach the end of my current contract in March. Paul O'Grady has criticised Radio 2, saying 'it's not what it was' after Ken Bruce quit his primetime show.. Congratulations on a brilliant career.". Bruce will be temporarily replaced by Gary Davies on BBC Radio 2 until Vernon Kay steps into the 9.30am slot in May. One of the BBCs radio legends is leaving the broadcaster after 30 years. 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